Action Needed: How You Can Shape the Future of Cosmetology Education
Our cosmetology schools are at risk as proposed legislation would prevent many of them from participating in student federal loan programs. The American Association of Cosmetology Schools is asking for your help today!
Why Trade School Is a Great Option for Aspiring Beauty Professionals
An affordable option for starting your beauty education, this post talks about taking those first steps to launching a successful career in the beauty industry.
Beauty School Profile: The DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology
Paul DiGrigoli began his four-decade long career, opening his first salon in 1986 in Massachusetts. The DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology has recently added new nails and esthetics programs.
Part Two: Everything That Happened When I Took My Cosmetology Board Exam
While everyone's experience is unique, here is what it was like for me to take my state board exam, with details on the actual examination experience, from the moment I entered the building.
Part One: Everything That Happened When I Took My Cosmetology Board Exam
The Cosmetology Board Examination … the event that many, if not all, cosmetology students both anticipate and dread. Here is my story.
Planning Your Future: Is A 401K An Important Perk?
Getting employees to appreciate the importance of THE FUTURE with a 401K plan is the goal of Arik Efros, co-owner of the Eva Scrivo Salon. Efros outlines the importance of this perk and explains why many of the people in their NYC salon have already a nice bundle waiting for them upon retirement.
Get To Know: Joanne Sorbello
Learn more about celebrity nail artist, editorial artist, NYFW regular and salon owner Joanne Sorbello.
Cosmetology Scholarship Winners Share How Beauty Is Both Passion and Purpose
"That first set of nails I did in the salon sucked but that client still comes back to me, three years later, because of the connection we made that day." Hear from the winners of these scholarships on how beauty helps them change lives and how it has changed their own.
by Anne Moratto
40 Years Ago, Bringing Beauty to China Was a Revolutionary Act
"The political climate led to suspicion of our true motives; could we really be spies?"
Beauty Students Style the Runway with Their Mentors
See what four talented young hairdressers created when paired with two Intercoiffure members as their mentors. This ultimate mentorship experience culminated in a mainstage presentation at an evening gala.
She Drove 150 Miles a Day to Beauty School and Realized Her Dream
Nearing 40, she knew this career was what she wanted and nothing was going to get in her way.
by Anne Moratto
Feeling Tired and Uninspired at the Salon? Here's How You Can Thrive
Two consultants and coaches on a mission to raise the beauty industry’s awareness of the connection between salon work, wellness concepts and its impact on career satisfaction and ultimate happiness.
by Anne Moratto
Legislative Update: Vermont Reduces Instruction Hours
Vermont reduces instruction hours and Tenessee authorizes mobile work.
Cruise with the Nail Stars Offers Free Education
In celebration of his 25 years in the nail industry, Cruise with the Nail Stars host John Hauk is offering free education during the next cruise.
Classes For The Foot Forward Summit Are Live!
Check out the amazing classes lined up for the summit! Register by July 12th to save $100 on your ticket.
Sola Salon Studios Brings their Sola Sessions Event to Chicago this September
Tickets are now on sale for the biggest Sola Sessions event ever, which will be held on September 24th, 2018, in downtown Chicago.
Vermont Reduces Nail Tech Instruction Hours
Effective January 1, 2019, Vermont H 684 reduces the hours of instruction required for nail technicians from 400 to 200 hours.